the device is a bit strange, the user the basic applications quite understandable in the operation. In detail, it is sometimes difficult for a "normal users" in practical operation at the beginning, but so far everything was still manageable. The manual is, however, at least in some areas such as. Eg. Selection of suitable DVD but rather technical jargon. It helped a test and the result was chaotic at a "RW", with a "R +" absolutely ok. Points deduction is available for a relatively loud whistling in VHS mode; the pure playing a cassette absolutely annoying, unacceptable in Copierbetrieb. Conclusion: to use For dubbing from VHS to DVD good and relatively easy to use, time-shift TV / HDD recording ok. Something better description and quieter operating sound at VHS and the device would be top.